PHLY Philadelphia Sixers Podcast

The Philadelphia 76ers drop a tough one to James Harden and the LA Clippers in the final seconds of the game, falling 108-107. With five seconds to play, Kelly Oubre drove to the basket after the Sixers gained control off a jump ball, but Oubre was unable to convert as Paul George contested at the rim to prevent the basket. Philadelphia is now 39-34 after the loss with nine games remaining on the schedule.Tyrese Maxey led all scorers with 26 points, Buddy Hield and Oubre added 17 each. Los Angeles posted seven players in double figures, led by George’s 22. Harden finished with a double-double of 16 points and as game-best 14 assists.Rich Hofmann and Devon Givens break down the loss in South Philly. Derek Bodner joins from the arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Buddy Hield has been averaging just 9 points in 22 minutes over his last nine games for the Sixers, rarely leaving an imprint in the game for a team that desperately needs some offensive firepower with Joel Embiid out of the lineup. Has Hield been a disappointment so far during his Sixers tenure? What is the cause of his struggles? And what can be done to turn his play around?Join Derek Bodner and Devon Givens as they break down Hield’s play, and discuss where the Sixers stand in terms of playoff positioning with ten games left to play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia 76ers finished off their West Coast trip with a 1-3 record thanks to a 108-96 blowout loss to the Sacramento Kings. The Sixers fell despite the best efforts of Tyrese Maxey, whose 21 first quarter points helped keep the Sixers in the game. But the rest of his teammates weren’t up to the task, and the Kings pulled away late in the second quarter and never looked back.Maxey finished with 29 points on 10-16 shooting to lead the Sixers. His teammates, on the other hand, ended the game shooting just 24-66 from the field, falling to provide the Sixers’ All-Star with any help whatsoever.Join Devon Givens and Derek Bodner as they break down a disappointing end to the Sixers’ road trip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Behind a balanced attack from Tobias Harris (24), Tyrese Maxey (24) and Cam Payne (23 off the bench), the Philadelphia 76ers picked up a crucial, unexpected win over James Harden and the Los Angeles Clippers in the first of two matchups between the teams this week.The Sixers shot 18-37 from 3-point range and turned the ball over just eight times in one of their better offensive performances in weeks. With the win the Sixers improved to 39-32 on the season as they look to tread water wating for Joel Embiid to return.Join Derek Bodner and Devon Givens as they break down the latest win for the Sixers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Despite a sizzling 25-point second half performance from All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey, the Philadelphia 76ers fell to the Los Angeles Lakers 101-94, falling to 0-2 on this brutal four game Western Conference road trip.The Sixers shot just 8-37 from 3-point range in the loss and allowed Anthony Davis (23 points, 19 rebounds, 4 assists, 4 blocked shots) to collect seven offensive rebounds, key factors in the Sixers coming up short in a game that was there for the taking.Join Derek Bodner, Devon Givens and Kyle Neubeck as they break down the Sixers’ latest defeat, which drops them to 38-32 on the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tyrese Maxey had a rare off night for the Sixers, finishing with a season low six points on just 3-13 shooting as the Sixers fell down by as many as 26 points early on in the fourth quarter, a hill too big for them to climb out of despite some spirited effort down the stretch by Ricky Council IV and Jeff Dowtin Jr.The Suns were led by 32 points from Grayson Allen, who finished 9-15 from 3-point range on the night, tying both his career high, and the Suns’ franchise record, for made 3s in a game. Kevin Durant (22) and Devin Booker (18) also chipped in with strong performances, as the Suns shot 19-39 from 3-point range on their way to the win.Join Devon Givens, Kyle Neubeck and Derek Bodner as they break down the Sixers’ disappointing start to their tough four game road trip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The lack of an extension for Paul George in Los Angeles has people speculating he could leave the Clippers this summer. Are the Sixers in play for the star wing?Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss whether Steve Ballmer will pony up for George, and whether Daryl Morey wants to pair him with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. They also preview Philly’s west coast trip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thanks to Philadelphia’s win over the Miami Heat, along with the Indiana Pacers falling to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the Sixers (38-30) have momentarily jumped back into 6th place in the Eastern Conference, and out of the play-in tournament for now.In addition to Maxey’s dominant 30-point, 10-assist performance, the Sixers also received strong play from Kelly Oubre Jr (22 points, 11 rebounds) and Kyle Lowry (16 points), chipping in with one of the better all-around team performances since Joel Embiid went down.Devon Givens and Derek Bodner break down the Sixers’ win, with Kyle Neubeck checking in from the arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tyrese Maxey dropped 30 points on the Charlotte Hornets (17-51), as the Sixers took control of the game down the stretch to pull away for a 109-98 win, the second time the Sixers have beaten the Hornets in the last two weeks in a much-needed win as the Sixers try to fight for playoff positioning. Kelly Oubre Jr added in a crucial 22-point performance for the Sixers, who also received strong play from Paul Reed (11 points), Cam Payne (10) and Buddy Hield (14) off the bench.Derek Bodner and Devon Givens share their thoughts on the Sixers 37th win of the season. Kyle Neubeck checks in from the arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kai Jones’ tenure with the Charlotte Hornets ended in puzzling fashion. Can he find a role with the Sixers, or will Nick Nurse mostly ignore their new signing?Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss whether Jones can beat out Mo Bamba for minutes, and answer some mailbag questions about Nurse and Daryl Morey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia 76ers fell to the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday night, 114-105. Led by Giannis Antetokounmpo (28 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists), the Bucks outscored the Sixers 30-22 in the final frame to pull away for the win.Tyrese Maxey’s 30-point outing kept the Sixers’ offense afloat for most of the night. They also received a strong fourth quarter performance from Tobias Harris, who finally showed signs of life.Kyle Neubeck, Derek Bodner and Devon Givens break down the Sixers’ loss, which drops them to 36-30 on the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Nurse said on Tuesday that he’s not at the point of benching Tobias Harris. Does the Sixers’ head coach need to take drastic action to send a message to the rest of the team?Devon Givens, Kyle Neubeck, and Derek Bodner discuss the predicament with Harris, in addition to Joel Embiid injury updates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tobias Harris scored just two points in a despicable Sixers performance on the road vs. the Knicks. Tyrese Maxey’s return didn’t come close to making up for everything that went wrong for Philadelphia. Josh Hart had a triple-double in less than three quarters!Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens talk about the blowout loss to the Knicks and Harris’ continued struggles. They also discuss new reporting on Joel Embiid’s health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In one of the worst offensive games of the NBA season, the Sixers stole a win over the Knicks thanks to contributions from Kelly Oubre, Paul Reed, and Buddy Hield.Devon Givens and Kyle Neubeck break down a wild night at Madison Square Garden and reflect on Philly’s defensive toughness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers nearly became just the fourth team in NBA history to climb all the way back from a 35-point deficit when they cut New Orleans’ lead, once as high as 35, down to 100-95 with 45 seconds left to play before a dagger three from Herbert Jones killed the Sixers’ near-historic comeback. Even so, the Sixers’ strong second half play, led by Tobias Harris, Cam Payne and Kelly Oubre Jr turned what was once a depressing night into a source of optimism.Derek Bodner and Devon Givens talk about the tale of two halves that led to Philadelphia’s third loss in a row. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers appear headed for a berth in the play-in with injuries to Joel Embiid, De’Anthony Melton, and Tyrese Maxey disrupting their season. The sooner you come to grips with that, the better.Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss what Nick Nurse can do to pull the Sixers out of their tailspin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kelly Oubre’s 25 points are not enough as the Sixers drop their second in a row, lose to the Memphis Grizzlies, 115-109. Philadelphia entered the final frame with a 12-point lead but saw Jaren Jackson Jr. (30 points, 11 rebounds and six blocks) & co. erase that advantage — outscoring the Sixers, 34-16 in the fourth.Derek Bodner and Devon Givens have postgame coverage as they try to make sense of another frustrating loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia 76ers, playing without Joel Embiid (knee) and Tyrese Maxey (concussion), struggled to contain point guard Dennis Schroder in a 112-107 loss to the Nets. Schroder finished with 20 points and eight assists on 7-12 shooting, as the Sixers struggled to stay in front of Schroder on the perimeter. The Nets also had a 20-point outing from Dorian Finney-Smith, with Lonnie Walker IV adding 19 off the bench.Kelly Oubre Jr. led the Sixers with 30 off the bench in the loss.Join Devon Givens, Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck as they break down the latest Sixers’ loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tobias Harris and Kelly Oubre star for the Sixers as they pick up a HUGE win over Luka Doncic and the Mavericks on the road, 120-116. Harris finished with a team-high 28 points and was terrific down the stretch with a few key buckets. Oubre was held to just two points at the half, but erupted for 19 second half points, including eight in the final four minutes of the third with the 76ers leading by 14 going into the fourth. Big games from Tyrese Maxey (24 points) and Paul Reed (13 and seven boards off the bench) help guide Philadelphia to their 35th win of the season.Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens break down the Sixers’ phenomenal road win to begin their two-game trip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Huge performances by Tyrese Maxey and Tobias Harris lifted the Sixers to a much-needed win, with the Sixers picking up just their second win in the last six games. Tobias Harris came up clutch down the stretch, finishing with 10 fourth quarter points to help the Sixers pull away from the pesky Charlotte Hornets for a 121-114 victory.Harris finished with 31 points, 12 rebounds and four assists, picking up his fifth double-double of the season. Maxey added 33 points, to go along with six rebounds and five assists. It is Maxey’s fourth 30-point performance in his last six games. wDerek Bodner and Devon Givens break down the Sixers’ win, discuss Nick Nurse’s decision to start Mo Bamba over Paul Reed, and check-in with Kyle Neubeck from the arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid met with reporters to discuss his knee injury, why he wants to return this season, and his commitment to playing for Team USA at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss their hope for Embiid’s return after speaking with him. They also discuss De’Anthony Melton’s injury, Embiid’s thoughts on Buddy Hield and Kyle Lowry, and the Sixers’ arena video failure this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tobias Harris continued a miserable run of play in the Sixers’ loss to the Celtics on Tuesday night, undoing what was otherwise a good effort from Tyrese Maxey, Cam Payne, Ricky Council IV and others.Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss Harris’ latest struggles, Nick Nurse’s rotations, and what the Sixers need to do to pull out of their tailspin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can Nick Nurse do anything to help get Tobias Harris back on track to try to keep the Sixers afloat while they wait for Joel Embiid to return? Harris has been averaging just 12.4 points, and shooting 35.9% from the field, over his last six games, in one of his more pronounced slumps of his career.Derek Bodner and Devon Givens discuss that, along with other listener submitted questions, in today’s show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers were able to cut Milwaukee's 23-point 3rd quarter lead down to 12 before their offense went cold, scoring just 16 points in the final frame to drop their Sunday afternoon game against Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks 119-98.Tyrese Maxey finished with 24 points and seven assists in the loss, but the Sixers' disastrous first half defense, followed by their equally putrid offense down the stretch, doomed the hometown Sixers as they fell to 33-24 on the season, including 4-8 since Joel Embiid went down with his knee injury. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way for Milwaukee with 30 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists.Derek Bodner and Devon Givens break down what went wrong in the Sixers' loss to the Bucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Led by 14 clutch fourth quarter points by Tyrese Maxey, the Philadelphia 76ers picked up a 104-97 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Cavs came into the game having won 18 of their last 21 games, but the Sixers were able to beat the Cavs for the second time in the last two weeks, despite doing so without the services of Joel Embiid in both.Derek Bodner and Devon Givens break down what they saw in an unexpected win from the 76ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Down by as many as 26 to the Knicks, the Sixers pulled to within six in the fourth quarter to make it a game, but were unable to stop New York from making one final push to separate themselves from Philadelphia and pick the road win, 110-96. Despite Tyrese Maxey’s game-high 35 points, the 76ers couldn’t overcome the rebounding gap, turnovers and a number of missed opportunities. Kyle Lowry finished with 11 points, five assists and three rebounds in his Sixers debut. Philadelphia falls to 32-23 on the season and are a game and a half behind New York in the East standings.Derek Bodner and Devon Givens head up the postgame show with Kyle Neubeck joining from the arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers head into their stretch run without Joel Embiid and in a battle to stay out of the Eastern Conference play-in spots. Can Tyrese Maxey, Buddy Hield and the others fight off pushes from the Miami Heat and Orlando Magic?Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss big Sixers topics out of the All-Star break, including whether Tobias Harris’ role should scale down. Plus, JJ Redick vs. Patrick Beverley beef! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2024 NBA All-Star Game was horrible, Tyrese Maxey barely played, and commissioner Adam Silver expressed his disappointment in the game’s quality following its conclusion. Can it be fixed?Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck, and Devon Givens discuss a brutal All-Star weekend, Mikal Bridges’ role in Jacque Vaughn’s firing, and the Sixers signing Darius Bazley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Patrick Beverley claims he spoke to Tobias Harris on the phone about the differences between Milwaukee Bucks and the Sixers, and Beverley believes that “everybody wants to win” in Milwaukee.Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss Beverley’s claim from his latest podcast, and get into All-Star weekend previews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Daryl Morey tried (and failed) to trade for LeBron James at the trade deadline. Is there potential for LeBron to Philly in the summer, or was one failed trade call enough?Devon Givens, Kyle Neubeck, and Derek Bodner discuss recent reporting on the Lakers star and what’s expected to be a crazy summer for NBA stars like Paul George, Jaylen Brown, and Donovan Mitchell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers couldn’t extend their win streak to three in the final game before the All-Star break, as they fall to the visiting Miami Heat, 109-104. First time All-Star Tyrese Maxey led all scorers with 30 points, adding six rebounds and seven assists. Buddy Hield chipped in with 22, while Paul Reed added a double-double of 18 and 12 boards. The Heat collected two key offensive rebounds down the stretch leading to much-needed points to help the visitors secure the win. Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro led the way with 23 apiece for Miami.Derek Bodner and Devon Givens discuss the tough loss for the Sixers as they head into the All-Star break. Kyle Neubeck checks in from the arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Buddy Hield and Tyrese Maxey have shown great early signs together in the Sixers’ backcourt. Should that be the starting pair for the Sixers moving forward?Devon Givens, Kyle Neubeck, and Derek Bodner discuss how Nick Nurse should set up the team when everyone is healthy. They also address reports suggesting Elton Brand could take a job with the Charlotte Hornets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers picked up a massive win in Cleveland thanks to a huge outing for Buddy Hield, contributions from Kelly Oubre, and clutch free throws from Ricky Council IV. Philadelphia snapped a nine-game win streak for the Cavs.Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens dissect the impressive road win in Cleveland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sixers snap a four-game losing streak behind Tyrese Maxey’s game-high 28 points and a huge double-double (19 points and 10 rebounds) by rookie Ricky Council IV. Great group effort and nice balance by the team to collect win number 31 over the host Wizards, 119-113.Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens discuss the road win over Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Down by as many as 22 points, the short-handed Sixers fought back to close the gap to four late in the 4th quarter, but ran out of time, falling to the visiting Hawks, 127-121. New acquisitions — Buddy Hield and Cam Payne — finished with 20 each and provided a glimpse of what they can add to the team during the second half of the season. All five Philadelphia starters scored in double-figures, four cracking 20-plus points.Derek Bodner and Devon Givens discuss the teams valiant effort in the loss — Kyle Neubeck checks in from the arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers traded for Buddy Hield in the final hours before the 2024 NBA trade deadline, as contenders around the league try to load up for the playoffs. Patrick Beverley was also traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, Kyle Neubeck, and Rich Hofmann break down all the deadline moves LIVE from The Chicken or the Egg in Marlton, NJ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the eve of the NBA Trade Deadline, the Philadelphia 76ers fall to the visiting Golden State Warriors, 127-104. The Sixers dropped their third straight overall and seventh of their last eight games. Shorthanded once again, Philadelphia couldn’t find enough offense as the Warriors pulled away in the second half to hand the Sixers loss number 20 on the campaign.Derek Bodner and Devon Givens try to make sense of another tough outing — Kyle Neubeck joins live from the arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia 76ers fell to the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night by a score of 118-102, their sixth loss in the last seven games as they try to learn how to survive without injured big man Joel Embiid, who is scheduled to undergo surgery to repair the meniscus in his left knee.The return of Tobias Harris wasn’t enough to steady the Sixers’ offense, as they scored just 17 points in the third quarter and turned a four point halftime lead into a big deficit, falling down by as many as 22 points in the second half on their way to a 118-102 loss to the visiting Mavericks.Derek Bodner and Devon Givens are in studio to break down another disappointing effort from the Sixers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Sixers were demolished by Cam Thomas and the Brooklyn Nets, as they try to remain competitive without the services of reigning MVP Joel Embiid. On a night where they played without Embiid, Tobias Harris, De’Anthony Melton and Nicolas Batum, the Sixers fell behind 38-22 after the first quarter and were never able to make it a game after that.Derek Bodner and Rich Hofmann are in studio to break down the loss, discuss the report from earlier in the day that Joel Embiid has a displaced flap in the meniscus in his left knee, and debate where the Sixers go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tyrese Maxey provided Sixers fans with a glimmer of hope on a rough day for the franchise, scoring a career-high 51 points hours after the team revealed a meniscus injury for Joel Embiid.Devon Givens, Kyle Neubeck, and Derek Bodner discuss the newly-minted All-Star and a big team win against the Utah Jazz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid has a meniscus injury and the Sixers still haven't finalized a treatment plan. Is Philadelphia's season dead in the water?Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the fallout from the devastating knee injury. Also, Tyrese Maxey made the All-Star team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid left the Sixers’ game with the Warriors due to a knee injury that followed a month of soreness and swelling in the same knee. Is it time for Philadelphia to panic?Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck wait for an update on the big man, unpacking what the immediate future might look like. They also select their All-Star reserves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid returned to the court on Tuesday night after a two game absence, but looked like a shell of his typical self. After an ineffective 30 minute stint, which saw the Sixers’ big man shoot just 5-18 from the field and snap his 30-point streak, Jonathan Kuminga landed on Embiid’s injured knee, sending the Sixers’ big man back to the locker room late in their 119-107 loss to the Golden State Warriors. The loss was the Sixers’ fourth straight defeat.Join Kyle Neubeck, Devon Givens and Derek Bodner as they break down the Sixers’ latest loss and debate how the Sixers have handled Joel Embiid’s injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey still on the shelf, the Sixers lost in humiliating fashion to the rebuilding Blazers to drop to 0-3 on their road trip.Kyle Neubeck, Devon Givens, and Derek Bodner discuss a team searching for answers, Joel Embiid’s current health, and break down a horrible loss in Portland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid missed another game in Denver but the Sixers battled valiantly, falling short in a surprisingly fun game on the road.Derek Bodner and Kyle Neubeck discuss the late Embiid scratch and the debate surrounding Philadelphia’s MVP candidate. They also talk about a big Paul Reed game and strong performances from Patrick Beverley, Kelly Oubre, and Marcus Morris against Nikola Jokic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Philadelphia 76ers had their six game winning streak snapped on Thursday night, suffering a 134-122 loss to the Pacers in Indiana. Joel Embiid finished with 31 and 7 for the Sixers, with Tyrese Maxey adding in 22.The Sixers’ defense was shredded by the now 25-20 Pacers, who were playing without newly-minted All-Star point guard Tyrese Haliburton, who missed his third straight game with a hamstring injury.Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens are in studio to break down the Sixers’ loss, which snapped the Sixers’ six game winning streak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Doc Rivers is on the verge of becoming the new Bucks head coach. Should the Sixers and Joel Embiid celebrate, or will their old coach have some new tricks to throw at Nick Nurse?Devon Givens, Derek Bodner, and Kyle Neubeck discuss the latest NBA coaching shake-up, and assess where the Sixers stand halfway into the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid is currently scoring at the best rate in the history of the NBA. Can the Sixers’ center keep it up, setting up a potential title run with Nick Nurse, Tyrese Maxey, and Daryl Morey?Derek Bodner, Devon Givens, and Kyle Neubeck continue to reflect on Embiid’s 70-point masterpiece against the Spurs. They also discuss Terry Rozier being traded to the Heat and the possibility of Kyle Lowry as a buyout addition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel Embiid’s new franchise-best 70 points leads the Sixers past rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama and the visiting Spurs, 133-123. Embiid had it going from the start of the game and never let up as Philadelphia collects their sixth straight win. The reigning MVP also collected a game-high 18 rebounds. Wembanyama led San Antonio with 33 points.Rich Hofmann and Devon Givens break down Embiid’s historic performance — Kyle Neubeck checks in from the arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A big fourth quarter from Tobias Harris and Joel Embiid powered a Sixers win over the Hornets on the road for their fifth consecutive win. The Sixers won despite shooting just 5-25 from deep, and are probably just happy to have survived with a win.Embiid finished with 33 points and 10 rebounds, extending his streak of 30-point games to 20 in a row. Tyrese Maxey added 16 and 8, with Tobias Harris adding 21, including 10 in the fourth.Join Derek Bodner, Kyle Neubeck and Devon Givens as they break down this sleepy Sixers win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.